Dr. James Scott Murakami PH.D.?
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Dr. James Scott Murakami PH.D., Psychologist
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Dr. James Scott Murakami PH.D.

Psychologist | Clinical Child & Adolescent

908 Tulare Berkeley CA, 94707
Practice Philosophy

Traditional Medicine

About

I believe that everyone should have access to sensitive, empathic helping professionals in times of need. I work collaboratively and deeply believe in clients resilience.

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 29 years of experience

Treatments

  • Psychotherapy
  • Psychological & Cognitive Testing
  • Psychoeducational Testing
  • Psychoeducational Testing (school Assessments)

Professional Memberships

  • Attending Psychologist Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center  1994  - 2000 

Publications

  • Methods of Information in MedicineForcasting Survival in the Medical Intensive Care Unit1993
  • Medical Decision MakingDiagnostic Reasoning of High and Low Domain Knowledge Clinicians1993

Experience & Accolades

  • Clinical Supervisor2000 - 2010Youth and Family Services, IncProvided clinical supervision to advanced psychology students, conducted individual and family therapy, and comprehensive psychological assessments. Taught the therapy and assessment seminars.

Dr. James Scott Murakami PH.D.'s Practice location

Psychological Services, Inc.

908 Tulare -
Berkeley, CA 94707
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New patients: 510-676-9080, 510-676-9080

Practice At 408 Tennessee St

408 Tennessee St -
Vallejo, CA 94590
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New patients: 707-554-2397

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